Bean Chilaquiles with an Egg on Top

After I finished college, I lived in southern Mexico for a year.  While there, I fell in love with Mexican food.  One dish that I couldn’t get enough of was chilaquiles.  It’s usually served for breakfast or brunch but I made this for dinner.  It was a big hit!  Give my updated and healthier version […]

Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

This recipe is a variation of one I recently saw in the NYTimes.  Cherry tomatoes are pretty good all year long so this isn’t just a recipe for tomato season.  Enjoy it year round!  The other thing to note in this recipe is the use of chick pea pasta…what a great invention!  Tastes great and […]

Brussel Sprout Pita pizza

I realized the other day that most of my ‘creations’ start with me looking in the fridge to see what I have on hand.  The meal is usually born out of some ingredient that I need to use before it goes bad.  This recipe is a perfect example.  I had a ton of pita bread […]

Soba noodles with Edamame

Here is a fun vegetarian noodle salad that has great textures and flavors.  You can eat on it for several days so I always make a lot.  It’s got plenty of protein too so it’s very filling.  Winner! What you’ll need: 8 oz. of dried soba noodles (you’ll find these in the Asian food section) […]

Fish Tacos

I probably make this once a week.  Definitely a favorite!  Also I want to say, I’m doing this blog to push myself and to help others, not for money.  Endorsing a product is only to let you know what I like to use.  That said, the next time you’re in Costco, get a bag of […]

Kim’s Breakfast Eggs

My dear friend from college, Kim, introduced me to this delicious recipe.  I make it all the time!  Thank you, Kim!! What you’ll need: fresh eggs good quality olive oil salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning optional – serve with avocado and tomatoes What you’ll do: Place the eggs in a saucepan and add water so […]

Shepherd’s Pie

This is a recipe that can be made vegan or full fat with meat.  I’m going to write up the vegan version for you because it’s delicious, healthy, and will save you a few calories….all in keeping with the spirit of this blog.  By the way, this is a little more labor intensive than other […]

Black Bean and Walnut Burgers

These burgers are easy to put together and make enough for 8 people.  I make the whole recipe and then freeze what I don’t use.  Love a go to meal in the freezer!   What you’ll need: 2 15 oz. cans of black beans (or sometimes I use a can of white beans and a […]

Cauliflower Rice

  If you’re looking for a healthy, fun substitute for rice or couscous, this is it!  You can use it in a stir-fry or for any dish that calls for rice. What you’ll need: A head of cauliflower A box grater or food processor Olive Oil What you’ll do: Wash the head of cauliflower and […]